The Royal Mint released commemorative coins and an advent calendar in collaboration with Hasbro to celebrate Monopoly's 90th anniversary.

Read the latest installment of Collecting Friends, with Dennis Tucker and Steve Roach.

Whether selling a few pieces that you’ve since upgraded, or changing your focus to a new set and selling off an entire collection, most collectors eventually find themselves wanting to sell some of th...

The October issue of The Numismatist—online now—includes an exclusive fourth feature about the newly uncovered 16th 1804 dollar.

An unusual French patriotic silver medal celebrates the victory of the United States in the Spanish-American War.

A new exhibit, Minted Narratives: Saudi Arabia’s Legacy in Coins, at the National Museum in Riyadh will run through mid-December.

A brief introduction for the coin collecting beginner: Rod Gillis, former Education Director at the American Numismatic Association, shares valuable insights for those new to coin collecting. In this video, Gillis discusses one of the most crucial decisions in a collector's journey—how to collect. With years of experience and a passion for engaging with collectors, he explores various innovative ways to approach the hobby. Some collectors focus on United States coins, while others are drawn to world coins or coins from specific locations or significant years, such as the year of their birth. There are also enthusiasts who collect stock certificates and paper money, whether it features unique designs like a horse or a distinctive color like purple. The possibilities in collecting are as vast as a collector’s imagination and budget. Gillis outlines the two most popular methods of coin collecting: by type and by set. Collecting by type involves seeking the finest example of specific coin denominations, such as Barber half dollars, Liberty seated half dollars, or Walking Liberty half dollars. Collecting by set is the more common approach, where collectors aim to acquire all the years and mint variations of a particular coin. While collecting by set can be incredibly rewarding, Gillis advises newcomers to start with less challenging sets to gain experience before tackling more difficult collections. For instance, assembling a set of Jefferson nickels or Roosevelt dimes is an easily accomplished and cost-effective way to begin a collecting journey. He cautions against starting with challenging sets like Morgan Dollars, which can be financially demanding and potentially discouraging for new collectors. For those seeking a collection with more appeal, Gillis suggests assembling a set of Franklin half dollars, all made of silver and no longer found in circulation. This provides a satisfying collecting experience without a significant financial commitment. This video offers essential tips and guidance for anyone looking to start or refine their coin collecting hobby. The American Numismatic Association is a valuable resource for collectors at all levels. https://www.money.org https://info.money.org/join Helpful Links: Join the ANA - Save 50% for a limited time: https://info.money.org/youtube-promo Explore the Money Museum: https://www.money.org/money-museum/ ANA Dealer Directory: https://www.money.org/dealer-directory ANA Events: https://www.money.org/events/ ANA eLearning Academy: https://www.money.org/elearning/ ANA Education: https://www.money.org/education/ Join a Local Coin Club: https://www.money.org/coin-clubs ANA Coin Collecting Resources: https://www.money.org/tools/ Connect with us: https://www.youtube.com/user/AmericanNumismatic https://www.facebook.com/numismatics https://www.instagram.com/AmericanNumismatic/ https://twitter.com/ANACoins #CoinCollecting #CoinCollecting101 #Numismatics #CoinCollectingTips #BeginnerCoinCollector #CoinCollectingBasics #CoinCollection #CoinCollectingForBeginners #NumismaticTips #CoinCollectingJourney #AmericanNumismaticAssociation #CoinCollectingHobby #RareCoins #CoinCollectorsCommunity #StartCoinCollecting 00:00 Introduction 01:13 Types of Coin Collecting 01:59 Advice for Beginners 02:59 Jefferson Nickels 03:33 Morgan Dollars 04:44 Summary

Recent archaeological evidence suggests that the ancient Lydian capital of Sardis became an urban center earlier than previously thought.

The Monnaie de Paris is commemorating the 75th anniversary of the comic strip Peanuts with several silver and gold collector coins.

Collectors can enjoy pursuing a variety of fascinating clipped planchet errors, in which chunks of the coins are actually gone.

The third release in the U.S. Mint's 2026 Best of the Mint series pays homage to the 1916 Walking Liberty half dollar.

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The release of the Texas Innovation Dollar hosted by Dr. Ralph W. Ross and Judge Phyllis A. Ross at the Space Center Houston, the Official Visitor's Center of the NASA Johnson Space Center. This ceremony was held on July 29th, 2025.

The perpetrator of one of the largest frauds in the U.S. precious-metals industry has been sentenced to 65 years in prison.

Whether you collect state quarters, world coins or coins with a special theme such as animals, birds or plants -- turn your hobby into a badge!

Stack's Bowers Galleries will hold its 2025 Professional Numismatist Program in Costa Mesa, California, in July.

The U.S. Mint has been producing cents for more than 230 years, and the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has people wondering if that’s about to change. President Donald Trump established DO...